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Students and teachers urge board to approve proposed middle-school GSA; teacher cites Equal Access Act
Summary
A high-school student and a middle-school teacher urged the board to approve a Gay–Straight Alliance at King George Middle School, citing research on GSAs and the federal Equal Access Act. The superintendent said the division is aware of legal requirements and continues to review the request.
A King George High School senior and a middle-school teacher urged the school board Monday to approve a proposed Gay–Straight Alliance (GSA) at King George Middle School, arguing the club would create a supportive space for students and that federal law restricts districts from blocking student-initiated noncurricular clubs.
Sofia Dallaire, a senior at King George High School, told the board the GSA is "a safe, supportive space where students can feel accepted" and cited research showing GSAs improve school safety and student mental health. "Creating a GSA isn't just a nice idea. It's a proven way to help kids feel less alone and more…
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